Frequent Asked Questions

We are located in Alexandria, Virginia, near Springfield Town Center, with convenient access for families in the surrounding areas.

Excellence Academy serves students from Pre-K through high school.

Our core academic instruction follows the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL). We combine these academic standards with Quran, Islamic Studies, and Arabic instruction to nurture both knowledge and faith.

No, Excellence Academy is not accredited. We operate under a homeschool model and file homeschool paperwork with Fairfax County Public Schools.

Students study English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies, alongside Quran, Islamic Studies, and Arabic.

Faith is woven into daily life at Excellence Academy. We begin each morning with adhkar and Quran recitation, and students come together for Dhuhr prayer. Through Quran, Islamic Studies, and Arabic lessons, as well as everyday interactions, students learn to practice Islamic manners, strengthen their character, and grow in their faith.

Classes run Monday through Thursday, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Pre-K and Kindergarten dismiss at 2:45 p.m., and other grades dismiss at 3:00 p.m.

We generally follow the Fairfax County Public Schools holiday calendar, with some exceptions. Please refer to the Excellence Academy school calendar for our specific holidays and days off.

Our teachers use varied teaching approaches and provide individual attention to help students learn, build confidence, and make progress.

Please contact Excellence Academy for information about enrollment, grade availability, tuition, and registration.